Who hurts society more, an abuser of alcohol or of tobacco?

Question

This could be physical, emotional or financial damage

Answer 1

Lots of variables here. If both "suspects" lived by themselves, did not force their habits on anyone else. Did not drive while drunk. Smoke in the presence of anyone. Both paid for their own insurance or at least had an employer that did as part of the job benefits. Then, it would be about even.However, people that smoke haven't caused near as many accidents as those that are drunk.Second-hand smoke may have a basis in fact but not totally proven yet. So, all in all, if both are separated from others, it is equally unimportant. Put in the general population, the drinker will kill more.